First National Negotiations Continue

September 27, 1992

WINDSOR LOCKS — Negotiations continued Saturday to avert a strike at First National Supermarkets Inc., but union officials said no significant progress had been made.

Members of Teamsters Local 559, which represents workers at the supermarket chain's warehouse distribution center, will be meeting this morning at the Knights of Columbus Hall in town, to discuss the company's latest offer. Workers are set to authorize a strike if no settlement is reached.

The union and First National have been negotiating for about a month for a new contract. The previous contract, which was reached after a 10-day strike three years ago, expires today.

Tom Gilmartin, vice president of Local 559, said no progress was made in Saturday morning's negotiation sessions. At issue are wage increases and employer contributions to worker health and pension plans.